Fellowship Position at the
\nCenters for Disease Control and Prevention
\nNational Center for Environmental Health
\nDivision of Laboratory Sciences
\nClinical Chemistry Branch
\nProtein Biomarker and Lipid Reference Laboratories
\nThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the agency Americans trust with their lives. As a global leader in public health, CDC is the nation\u2019s premier health promotion, prevention, and preparedness agency. Whether we are protecting the American people from public health threats, researching emerging diseases, or mobilizing public health programs with our domestic and international partners, we rely on our employees to make a real difference in the health and well-being of our people here and around the world.
\nThe Division of Laboratory Sciences (DLS), National Center for Environmental Health, CDC, conducts research and provides laboratory support that improves the detection, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of environmental, tobacco-related, nutritional, newborn, selected chronic and selected infectious diseases. Within DLS, the Protein Biomarker and Lipids Reference Laboratories in the Clinical Chemistry Branch supports this through performing research on biomarkers to detect human exposure to environmental chemicals and to diagnose and treat chronic diseases, as well as through the Clinical Harmonization program to improve the quality and reliability of diagnostic tests for priority clinical analytes.
\nDLS is seeking candidates for a full-time fellowship administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) at the Bachelor\u2019s or Master\u2019s levels in chemistry, biochemistry, or related science (Minimum GPA: 3.0). Experience in chemical and analytical laboratory work is desired, but not required.
\nThis fellowship will provide the opportunity to obtain hands-on experience in human exposure research and laboratory medicine. This includes operating state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and procedures, performing quality assurance tasks, processing and evaluating complex laboratory data.
\nUnder the guidance of a mentor, training opportunities during the fellowship may include:
\n\u2022 Preparation of biological samples to quantify biomarkers of human exposure or establish reference values according to established laboratory procedures
\n\u2022 Operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, and automated liquid handling instrumentation
\n\u2022 Data processing and analysis using complex software and data evaluation procedures
\n\u2022 Develop written documentation that clearly and accurately documents laboratory procedures, instrument operation, experimental results, troubleshooting and remedial actions
\n\u2022 Perform tasks in compliance with policies and regulations such as those outlined in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) or International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards
\nThe following skills are desired:
\n\u2022 Experience conducting laboratory experiments
\n\u2022 Ability to conduct literature searches and to write reports describing laboratory results
\n\u2022 HPLC, GC, and MS instrumentation experience
\n\u2022 Good written and oral communication skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office
\nThis fellowship is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) (visit http:\/\/orise.orau.gov\/cdc\/ for further information and eligibility). Candidates must have received their degree within five years of the appointment. The initial appointment is for one year but may be renewed for up to five years upon recommendation of CDC and contingent on the availability of funds. The stipend depends on educational level and experience and follows those described in federal salary tables (GS tables). Fellows are
\noffered a standard Blue Cross\/Blue Shield health insurance policy (no dental or vision) with a maximum stipend toward single coverage of $513 per month. Relocation expenses are not covered.
\nThe appointment is full-time at CDC in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Participants do not become employees of CDC or the program administrator, and there are no fringe benefits paid.
\nApplications should be completed at https:\/\/www.zintellect.com\/Opportunity\/Details\/CDC-DLS-2020-0074 by April 4, 2020. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis. Additional questions can be directed to Heather Kuiper, PhD (uyk6@cdc.gov).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Fellowship Position at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Environmental Health Division of Laboratory Sciences Clinical Chemistry Branch Protein Biomarker and Lipid Reference Laboratories The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the agency Americans trust with their lives. As a global leader in public health, CDC is the nation\u2019s… Continue reading